Mark Vardanega
Horsley
Summary
Professional maintenance leader with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety procedures. Known for reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Proficient in managing maintenance schedules, training staff, and ensuring operational efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Maintenance Supervisor
Illawarra Coal Holdings
Dendrobium Mine - Mt Kembla, NSW
09.2019 - Current
- Shift coordination of planning, resourcing and execution of maintenance/engineering activities.
- Leading and review of risk management processes e.g. Task Analysis and Take 2's.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 20 employees.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Mentoring and instructing of trades on shift in safe conduct of maintenance activities. Ensuring compliance to work management processes.
- Reporting to management on status of tasks, issues and concerns. Participation in on shift investigation for WHS matter at the mine.
- Acted in the role for Superintendent of Mechanical Engineering to cover period of leave.
Mechanical Technician
Illawarra Coal Holdings
Dendrobium Mine - Mt Kembla, NSW
09.2008 - 09.2019
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of mining equipment in all process areas.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations, minimizing risk of accidents and injuries.
- Conducted detailed inspections to identify and resolve issues, ensuring equipment operated at optimal levels.
- Acted in the role of Shift Maintenance Supervisor to cover periods of leave.
Development Fitter
Delta Mining
Appin Mine - Appin, NSW
02.2005 - 08.2008
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of mining equipment in development process area.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations, minimizing risk of accidents and injuries.
- Conducted detailed inspections to identify and resolve issues, ensuring equipment operated at optimal levels.
Fiiter and U/G Fitter
Vale SMS
Various - NSW
06.2004 - 01.2005
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of mining equipment in surface, longwall and development process area's.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations, minimizing risk of accidents and injuries.
- Conducted detailed inspections to identify and resolve issues, ensuring equipment operated at optimal levels.
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Matthews Engineered Products
Caringbah, NSW
04.2004 - 05.2004
- Acquired valuable hands-on experience in machining, assembly, installation, maintenance and CNC programming during apprentice period.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new processes, technologies, and equipment as industry trends evolved.
- Developed strong communication skills through regular interaction with supervisors, engineers, and fellow apprentices.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Crown Central - Wollongong, NSW
10.1995 - 02.2000
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Engineering
Outsource Institute Austraila
Eight Mile Plains, QLD04-2024
Statement of Attainment - Risk Management
Southern Mines Rescue Station
Woonona, NSW11-2024
Statement of Attainment - Emergency Management
Black Diamond Training
Tarrawanna, NSW04-2024
Statement of Attainment - DES For U/G Coal Mines
Safe Mine Engineering
Gateshead, NSW06-2012
Certificate III - Engineering - Mechanical Trade
North Wollongong TAFE
North Wollongong, NSW12-2003
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Risk Management
- Machinery Maintenance
- Compliance Monitoring
- Work Order Management
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Reliable Performer
- Systematic Problem Solving
Timeline
Shift Maintenance Supervisor
Illawarra Coal Holdings
09.2019 - Current
Mechanical Technician
Illawarra Coal Holdings
09.2008 - 09.2019
Development Fitter
Delta Mining
02.2005 - 08.2008
Fiiter and U/G Fitter
Vale SMS
06.2004 - 01.2005
Apprentice Mechanical Fitter
Matthews Engineered Products
04.2004 - 05.2004
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.1995 - 02.2000
Advanced Diploma - Engineering
Outsource Institute Austraila
Statement of Attainment - Risk Management
Southern Mines Rescue Station
Statement of Attainment - Emergency Management
Black Diamond Training
Statement of Attainment - DES For U/G Coal Mines
Safe Mine Engineering
Certificate III - Engineering - Mechanical Trade
North Wollongong TAFE